MYRModel Year Report

2005 Workhorse W20

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2005 Workhorse W20
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:02:59.712Z

Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Workhorse W20 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2005 highlighted. 2000: 1 complaints 2000 2001: 2 complaints 2002: 6 complaints 2002 2003: 11 complaints 2004: 7 complaints 2004 2005: 3 complaints 2005 2006: 3 complaints 2006 2007: 0 complaints 2008: 0 complaints 2008
2005: 3 complaints
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YearComplaints
20001
20012
20026
200311
20047
20053
20063
20070
20080

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

2 of 3 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 WORKHORSE CHASSIS W22. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR RECALL 09V110000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC).

NHTSA ODI report, 20101007

BRAKES OVER-HEATED, LOCKED UP AND FAILED. AFTER A LONG COOL-DOWN PERIOD, THE BRAKE CALIPERS RELEASED AND I WAS ABLE TO A REPAIR FACILITY FOR INSPECTION. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20081206

PARKING BRAKE

1 of 3 total reports mentions: parking brake.

INJURY
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FOR THE 3RD TIME IN ONE YEAR, THE AUTOMATIC PARKING BRAKE HAS LOCKED ON WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD ANYWHERE FROM 30-65 MPH. THIS RESULTS IN RAPID DECELERATION AND THEN LEAVES YOU STRANDED ON THE HIGHWAY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20060612

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20060522 — steering

CERTAIN CHASSIS MAY HAVE BEEN EQUIPPED WITH INCORRECT STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFTS. THE SPLINE CAN STRIP WHILE THE STEERING WHEEL IS BEING TURNED.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFTS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 22, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT WORKHORSE AT 1-877-294-6773.

Campaign 06V148000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20070625 — PE (closed 20071119)

OVERHEATED BRAKE CALIPERS

I 20071116 — EA (closed 20090819)

OVERHEATING DISC BRAKE CALIPER

R 20100916 — service brakes, hydraulic

NAVISTAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR MY 2001-2008 WORKHORSE W20, W21 AND W22 CHASSIS AND CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 THROUGH 2011 MONACO RV ADMIRAL, ARISTA, MONARCH, AND RIPTIDE RECREATIONAL VEHICLES

Remedy: WORKHORSE DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL FOUR BOSCH BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLIES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 16, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT WORKHORSE AT 1-877-246-7731.

Campaign 09V110000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2005 Workhorse W20 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for parking brake issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06V148000 (steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 09V110000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2005 Workhorse W20 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Workhorse W20?

The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2005 Workhorse W20 have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.